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Highlights
- Non smoking
- Ample off street parking
- Spacious 1 bedroom 1 bath
Location
1 James St, Frederick, MD 21701, USA|Brigadoon
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Property Overview
1 James Street offers a strong overall renter experience with an 8.3 Zumper Expert Rating, excellent value, and a location score of 9. It also features non smoking living, ample off street parking, and a spacious 1 bedroom, 1 bath layout, while its value per square foot stands in the 80th percentile compared with nearby properties.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” and “Things you’ll love” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
Middle school nearby- High school nearby
Floor plans
| 1 James Street - 2 | 1 bed | 1 bath | 900 sqft | $1,500 /mo | Spacious 1 bedroom 1 bath apartment located near downtown Frederick, with amenities and parks. Coin operated laundry facility located in the building. Ample off street parking. Owner pays for water/sewer. Conveniently located to routes 15, 270 and 70. 1 Year lease, Owner pays for Water/Sewer, Non Smoking. Must set up electric service with Potomac Edison and carry renters insurance. Owner pays for water. Tenant pays for electric. |
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About 1 James Street
Spacious 1 bedroom 1 bath apartment located near downtown Frederick, with amenities and parks. Coin operated laundry facility located in the building. Ample off street parking. Owner pays for water/sewer. Conveniently located to routes 15, 270 and 70. 1 Year lease, Owner pays for Water/Sewer, Non Smoking. Must set up electric service with Potomac Edison and carry renters insurance. Owner pays for water. Tenant pays for electric.
Zumper Expert Rating
Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.3
/10
Very GoodWith a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, 1 James Street is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 1 James Street has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
Price·10A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
1 James Street offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·8A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
With multiple in-demand amenities, 1 James Street is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
1 James Street is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While 1 James Street does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·7A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
1 James Street provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.
Property highlights
We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.How 1 James Street compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 0.1 miles away
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 0.3 miles away
Considerations
- Distance from transit
- More than 1.6 miles from public transportation
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Rent trends in Brigadoon
1-bedroom apartments at 1 James Street cost about 6% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Frederick.
Median rents as of Nov 7 2026.
Frederick
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2024 | $1,758 |
| December 2024 | $1,561 |
| January 2025 | $1,739 |
| February 2025 | $1,840 |
| March 2025 | $1,985 |
| June 2025 | $1,200 |
| July 2025 | $1,480 |
| August 2025 | $1,514 |
| September 2025 | $1,596 |
| October 2025 | $1,705 |
| November 2025 | $1,942 |
| December 2025 | $1,714 |
| January 2026 | $1,724 |
| February 2026 | $2,018 |
| March 2026 | $1,656 |
| April 2026 | $1,679 |
| May 2026 | $1,515 |
| June 2026 | $1,577 |
| July 2026 | $1,569 |
| October 2026 | $632 |
| November 2026 | $1,175 |
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Bedrooms
1 bedroomRent-to-income ratio
30%
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With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $60,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,500.
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Schools near 1 James Street
Lincoln Elementary School
200 madison st
frederick, MD, 21701
PK, K-5Public
B
Butterfly Ridge Elementary School
601 contender way
frederick, MD, 21703
PK, K-5Public
B
Rock Creek School
55b west frederick st
walkersville, MD, 21793
PK, K-12Public
Blue Heron Elementary
7100 eaglehead dr
new market, MD, 21774
K-5Public
A-
Sugarloaf Elementary School
3400 stone barn dr
frederick, MD, 21704
K-5Public
A
Getting around Frederick near 1 James St
Walking
6/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Cycling
6/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.
Transit
3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.
Points of interest for 1 James St, Frederick
Groceries
7/10
Wide variety of groceries within a short drive, including some within walking distance
Shopping
7/10
Wide variety of shops within a short drive, including some within walking distance
Cafes
5/10
Variety of cafés within a short drive
Restaurants
8/10
Wide variety of restaurants within a short drive, including some within walking distance
Primary schools
10/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk
High schools
10/10
At least one high school within a 5-minute walk
Nightlife
6/10
Wide variety of bars within a short drive, including some within walking distance
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Care Wear Volunteers Inc
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Elegance Forever Bridal Boutique
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Dunkin'
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Analia's Cafe
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Starbucks
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The Perfect Blend Cafe
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Market Street Boba & Beans
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Owl's Club Nest 4002
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Hootch & Banter
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Shuckin' Shack
41 S Market St
Agave Bar
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Cafe Nola
4 E Patrick St
Sabor Casero Bakery
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Clustered Spires Pastry Shop
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Rad Pies LLC
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Spice & Tea Exchange
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Zen Garden Bakery Shop LLC
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Maryvale Park
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McCurdy Field
South End Park
Baughmans Babee Park
China Garden
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Rita's Italian Ice & Frozen Custard
538 W South St
Gladchuk Brothers Restaurant
489 W Patrick St
Fajitas Restaurant Inc
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Waffle House
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